Ten tips for getting your kids hooked on books — ebooks or the paper kind. 

Parents often ask us to suggest good books for their kids — ones that will engage, entertain, and maybe even enlighten them.

Common sense media provide this very comprehensive “Essential Books Guide” for parents who are interested in developing their child’s love of reading. There is a great article on “How to raise a reader” as well as suggestions of suitable titles for different age groups. You might also find some tips from the article on “How to choose great books for your kids.”

Watch this video for “5 Ways to get your kids hooked on books.”

If you want to nurture a love of reading that can last a lifetime, check out these resources or visit a St Stephen’s School campus library and chat to the friendly Teacher Librarians.